Vice President, Cyber Underwriting - Central Region

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.

Chicago, Illinois

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Actuarial Skills, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Brokerage, Business Skills, Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Data Analysis, Develop and Maintain Customers, Ecosystems, Finance, Industry Standards, Insurance, Insurance Underwriting, Investment Management, Leadership, Mentoring, People Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Development, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Relationship Management, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Sales Management, Sales Prospecting, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Underwriting, Wholesale Industry, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Chicago, Illinois
POSTED
30+ days ago
Overview:

ANV Group Holdings Ltd. (“ANV”) is a leading managing general agency platform which writes a diversified mix of specialty, affinity and wholesale insurance products in the United States, United Kingdom, and Europe. With deep industry experience and a history of profitable growth, ANV acquires and scales MGAs and incubates and develops new offerings. Its differentiated underwriting expertise delivers outstanding solutions and service.

Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Leadership: Drive strategic transformation of cyber insurance portfolios, focusing on innovative risk assessment and market penetration in key regional segments.
  • Portfolio Management: Architect comprehensive performance frameworks for cyber underwriting, implementing advanced risk modeling and precision-driven financial governance.
  • Team Development: Lead, mentor, and grow a team of underwriters, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Market Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and industry partners to expand market presence and identify new business opportunities.
  • Risk Assessment: Provide guidance on complex cyber risks, emerging threats, and evolving regulatory requirements to ensure sound underwriting decisions.
  • Innovation & Product Development: Collaborate with product teams to enhance cyber insurance offerings and adapt to changing market dynamics.
  • Compliance & Governance: Ensure underwriting practices comply with internal policies, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
  • Data-Driven Insights: Utilize analytics and market intelligence to inform underwriting decisions and regional strategy.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with claims, actuarial, and risk management teams to optimize portfolio performance and client outcomes.
Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or related field; advanced degree or professional designation (e.g., CPCU, RPLU) preferred.
  • Experience: Demonstrated track record of progressive leadership spanning 10+ years, with deep specialization in complex cyber risk ecosystems and strategic portfolio management.
  • Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of cyber risk, insurance products, and underwriting principles.
  • Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams across multiple locations.
  • Strategic Thinking: Strong business acumen with experience in regional strategy development and execution.
  • Relationship Management: Exceptional ability to build and maintain broker and client relationships.
  • Analytical Skills: Proficiency in leveraging data and analytics for decision-making and portfolio optimization.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present to senior executives and external stakeholders.
  • Adaptability: Ability to navigate a rapidly evolving cyber risk landscape and regulatory environment.

About the Company

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AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.